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verb

past tense of maximize

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Recent Examples of maximized
Adjective
Aristotle, in his influential account, used a term, aretê, expressing the notion of maximized potential. Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 22 May 2026 The film’s global distribution strategy, backed by Jio Studios, maximized screen presence across traditional and emerging markets, capitalizing on peak demand windows. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026 House of Leon’s take on a classic chaise lounger is rooted in a solid teak frame and triple the cushion support for maximized comfort. Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026 On this site, San Diego Educators Association President Kyle Weinberg also stated preferences for maximized number of units, as well as multi-bedroom apartments for families to address declining enrollment. Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
LeBron maximized his profit while minimizing previous priorities. Candace Buckner, New York Times, 2 July 2026 The Caribbean economies depended on slave labor, trade and supplies from around the world to make sure the sugar flowed freely and tax revenues to European colonial powers were maximized. R. Grant Gilmore Iii, The Conversation, 30 June 2026 Those companies that respond early—either via an exit or becoming the consolidator—are where value is maximized. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Additionally, the town maximized the use of revenue from Measure G, a one-eighth cent sales tax passed by voters in 2018, and funneled any leftovers from past capital projects for the Shannon Road Repair Project so that the project could continue to be funded without additional resources. Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 24 June 2026 This changes the math on this card in a significant way for anyone who maximized that partnership. Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 15 June 2026 But mommymaxxing compounds the pressure for moms to be so much more than the good enough mother, but one that has maximized her potential and ambition in all areas of her life. Rachel Morgan Cautero, Parents, 31 May 2026 Yesterday was almost the opposite of that, as the Padres pretty much maximized their 10 hits. Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2026 The crew has maximized its talent thus far. Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximized
Adjective
  • In general, budget around four to six weeks maximum of disruption, even with the most major procedures like body lifts.
    The Editors, Robb Report, 19 July 2026
  • In a press kit released before the flight, the company said its primary objective for the launch was to complete a successful liftoff, clear the the tower at the launch site, and gather maximum data during ascent.
    Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 19 July 2026
Verb
  • Bike lane tickets increased to $250 after the 2022 death of 3-year-old Lily Grace Shambrook, who was killed in a traffic crash while riding on the back of her mother’s bike in Uptown.
    A.D. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026
  • Researchers could not attribute increased or decreased beach erosion to higher global average temperatures.
    Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026
Adjective
  • Long associated with kitschy vacation souvenirs and childhood camp jewelry, today’s beading feels markedly more refined, offering a statement-making alternative that complements the season’s polished yet maximal resortwear.
    Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
  • An analysis of body masses and maximal running speeds for 100 terrestrial mammals—with typical adult body masses ranging from more than 6,000 kilograms to 16 grams (African elephant to mouse)—found the optimal size for running to be about 120 kilograms, about the size of a mule deer.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • The memory chipmaker reached a $1 trillion valuation in May, as a surge of investment in artificial intelligence boosted demand for semiconductors needed to run massive new data centers.
    Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
  • Further testing found that sinkhole trees had selected for genes that boosted photosynthesis and carbon fixation, showing how the populations had adapted for their low-light habitat.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 July 2026
Adjective
  • The concern will be if Zub sees this as his last chance at a big contract and demands something closer to a max-length deal.
    Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 30 June 2026
  • And the Heat is currently on track to have max-level salary cap space for the 2027 offseason.
    Anthony Chiang June 19, Miami Herald, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • Routine bloodwork can be enhanced with biomarkers such as ApoB and hsCRP.
    Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • In the comic, twin brothers Sean and Chris learn their bodies have been enhanced by nanotechnology, thrusting them into a fight against the villain Deadalus within a futuristic world where nature and technology exist side by side.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 July 2026
Adjective
  • Which means a lot can change between now and then, including most of the team’s rosters.
    Dean Jones, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • Tell me about your memories of filming those scenes and if there’s one Long Table scene that sticks out most for you.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 July 2026
Verb
  • Quicksand’s trademark edge and groove are augmented by a sonic expansion that is well worth falling into.
    Tiffany Kelly, Entertainment Weekly, 17 July 2026
  • Washington’s dress was further augmented with more gold elements, including her Jimmy Choo metallic gold pumps.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 July 2026

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“Maximized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maximized. Accessed 25 Jul. 2026.

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